When it comes to traveling, it’s different strokes for different strokes. As stated by Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), is still a thing in South Africa and the proof is in the hiked increase of passenger ship traffic into Cape Town. South Africa experienced mind-blowing numbers for the 2022/2023 cruise season because of that.
NCL mentioned that Cape Town welcomed 75 ships in the most recent cruise season – double the number in 2019/2020, which saw 39 ship visits. The increasing number of vessels and cruise lines docking in Cape Town speaks to the increased interest in cruising and South Africa.
Now that everyone wants to hit the seas, there are trips best fit for any traveller. According to NCL, below are the best cruises for catering to travellers with different interests.
Great for nature-lovers and adventure seekers: Destination Alaska with a visit to Glacier Bay, Skagway and Juneau
Famous for its gigantic glaciers, abundant national parks and, of course the Northern Lights and midnight sun, Alaska is packed with amazing nature sure to impress even the most well-travelled nature and adventure enthusiasts. You can’t see much of it from the sea.
On this trip you cannot miss experiences such as visiting Fairbanks, the second-largest city in Alaska, to see the Northern Lights and midnight sun in all their glory. Bird lovers can also spot birds of prey soaring out at sea while animal lovers can spot caribou, grizzlies and black bears when trekking through the sprawling national parks.
Perfect for family trips: Destination Qatar and the Middle East
A nice mix of ultra-modern skyscrapers with a proud history and culture, Doha is a fascinating glimpse into Qatar, and it is very family-friendly.
Explorations not to miss on this trip include traversing the world’s tallest sand dunes on an exhilarating desert safari in Abu Dhabi or learning about the the region’s rich heritage and culture at the Museum of Islamic Art in Doha. Family experiences also include dining in Souq Waqif in Doha and exploring the Unesco World Heritage Site Qal’at Al in Bahrain, or browsing locally made crafts in the shops of some of the island’s small villages.
Best for food lovers and culture heads: Destination Asia with Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia
NCL reports that cruises to Asia are expected to be in demand in terms of sales for South Africans as many Asian ports of call are visa-free, and there is great connectivity in the air from South Africa to Asia.
“Asia is not commonly a continent that is explored in an all-inclusive manner, so a cruise is a fantastic way to explore the continent from a fresh perspective and tick off a variety of destinations and cultures in one easy, hassle-free trip. Asia’s incredibly diverse offering ensures that there is something for everyone, from nature lovers to beachgoers, but for foodies and culture vultures in particular, the continent is a veritable feast,” NCL said.
NCL has revealed that its Norwegian Dawn will be offering 12-day cruises sailing from South Africa to Namibia, Mauritius, Madagascar and Mozambique from early 2024.
They also revealed that in an exciting first for cruises from South Africa, Norwegian Dawn will offer an epic 21-day cruise from Cape Town all the way up the west coast of Africa to Barcelona, Spain from March 2024.
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